The Afters

• Genre: Christian Rock
• Hometown: Mesquite
• The Afters Website

About

These former Starbucks baristas from Dallas spent seven years as "Blisse" before becoming the first band signed to Simple Records – the INO imprint started by MercyMe frontman Bart Millard. Out of the gate they grabbed "up and comer" attention, ending up on MTV's Dean's List, MTV's Advance Warning and Real Guide's own Ones To Watch. Their mixed style ranges from the brit rock of Delirious or Coldplay to the alt pop appeal of Smashing Pumpkins. On the more intimate ballads, frontman Josh Havens' ballads are a great deal of the reason behind the Afters' lasting impression.

- Amy Bartlett